2025_02_OPM4_Purchase_Associate

Company Description

Bosch Global Software Technologies Private Limited is a 100% owned subsidiary of Robert Bosch GmbH, one of the world's leading global supplier of technology and services, offering end-to-end Engineering, IT and Business Solutions. With over 28,200+ associates, it’s the largest software development center of Bosch, outside Germany, indicating that it is the Technology Powerhouse of Bosch in India with a global footprint and presence in the US, Europe and the Asia Pacific region.

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities:

1.  
2. Purchase Order Processing & Management

Review and Evaluate PRs: Examine incoming purchase requisitions from various departments to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with the organization’s needs.
Clarify Requirements: Communicate with internal stakeholders (e.g., department heads) to clarify any discrepancies or missing information in the requisitions.2. Vendor Management:
Request for Quotations (RFQs): Send out RFQs to vendors and assess their quotes based on price, quality, delivery time, and terms.3. Purchase Order Creation:
Generate Purchase Orders (POs): Create and issue POs based on approved requisitions and vendor quotes.
PO Confirmation: Follow up with vendors to confirm receipt of POs and track expected delivery timelines.4. Order Follow-Up and Expediting:
Track Deliveries: Monitor the status of orders and follow up with vendors to ensure timely deliveries.5. Documentation and Record-Keeping:
Maintain Records: Keep accurate and organized records (digitally) of all purchase orders, quotations, and vendor communications for future reference and audit purposes.
Ensure Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal policies, legal requirements, and corporate governance standards.6. Coordination with Finance
Coordinate with Finance: Ensure that invoices match purchase orders and requisitions for smooth processing of payments.7. Reporting:
Generate Reports: Prepare regular reports on purchase activities, cost savings, vendor performance, and procurement metrics for management review.
Monitor Trends: Identify trends in purchasing and suggest improvements to streamline processes.8. Continuous Improvement:
Process Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of the process thereby yielding Productivity and quality Improvement
Required skills:
BE/ B Tech, BSc, BCom or any other graduate with experience in relevant Purchasing Process With 2-4 years of experience, the Purchase Executive should also be comfortable handling a moderate level of autonomy and decision-making in managing day-to-day procurement tasks.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication for interacting with vendors and internal stakeholders.
Attention to Detail: Ability to spot discrepancies in documents and resolve them quickly.
Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple orders simultaneously.
Familiarity with Procurement Software: Experience with procurement management software (e.g., SAP, etc.). S4-Hana knowledge will be an added advantage
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze quotes, track purchases, and identify areas for improvement in the process.
Team Player: Must be a team player with excellent coordination skills and able to contribute for overall growth of the team

Qualifications

BE/ B Tech, BSc, BCom or any other graduate

Additional Information

BE/ B Tech, BSc, BCom or any other graduate with experience in relevant Purchasing Process With 2-4 years of experience, the Purchase Executive should also be comfortable handling a moderate level of autonomy and decision-making in managing day-to-day pro